Cruises from Venice
Depart from one of the world's most romantic cities. Eastern Mediterranean, Greek Islands, and Adriatic adventures — from £649 with no booking fees via CruiseDirect.
7-Night Greek Islands & Eastern Med
7-Night Adriatic Explorer
10-Night Eastern Mediterranean
Why Cruise from Venice?
Iconic Departure
Sail past St. Mark's Square, the Doge's Palace, and the Grand Canal on departure
Adriatic Gateway
Perfect launchpad for Croatia, Montenegro, Greece, and Turkey itineraries
UNESCO World Heritage
Venice itself is a UNESCO site — spend extra days exploring before you cruise
Greek Islands Access
Shortest sailing distance to Corfu, the Ionian Islands, and the Greek archipelago
New Marghera Terminal
Large ships now use the modern Marghera terminal, preserving Venice's lagoon
Italian Gastronomy
Cicchetti bars, fresh seafood, and Prosecco — the ultimate pre-cruise indulgence
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Your Guide to Cruising from Venice
Venice is arguably the world's most beautiful cruise departure point. The experience of sailing away from this floating city — past St. Mark's Square, the Doge's Palace, and the islands of the Venetian lagoon — is unforgettable. Venice serves as the premier gateway to the Eastern Mediterranean, Adriatic coast, and Greek Islands.
Greek Islands & Eastern Mediterranean
The most popular Venice departures head south through the Adriatic to the Greek Islands. 7-night itineraries typically call at Kotor (Montenegro), Corfu, Santorini, and Mykonos before ending in Athens — or returning to Venice on round-trip sailings. Longer 10-night routes add Turkish ports like Kusadasi (Ephesus).
Adriatic Coast
Venice is the ideal base for exploring the stunning Adriatic coastline. Short 7-night sailings visit Split and Dubrovnik in Croatia, Kotor in Montenegro, and Corfu in Greece. These itineraries showcase crystal-clear waters, medieval walled cities, and dramatic fjord-like bays. Compare Mediterranean cruise deals for the best fares.
Getting to Venice Cruise Port
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) has direct flights from London, Manchester, and most European cities. From the airport, the Marghera terminal is about 30 minutes by taxi. If arriving a day early (recommended), take a water taxi into Venice for a magical first impression. Book flights and travel insurance through TravelDealForge for the best rates.
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